Product classification
HS code for Fabric hats: 6506.99
Headgear, (other than safety headgear), (of materials other than rubber or plastic), whether or not lined or trimmed.
Classification of fabric hats under HS 6506.99
Fabric hats are classified under HS code 6506.99, which serves as a residual category for headgear made from materials other than rubber or plastics. Chapter 65 of the Harmonized System is dedicated to headgear and parts thereof. While specific headings like 6504 cover hats made from plaited materials and 6505 covers hats made from lace, felt, or other textile fabrics in the piece (but not in strips), 6506.99 captures finished headgear that does not meet the specific construction criteria of the preceding headings. This includes hats made from woven fabrics that are not knitted or crocheted. The classification process involves determining the material composition and the method of manufacture. If a hat is constructed from multiple textile components and is not specifically identified as safety headgear (6506.10), it falls into this \"other\" category. This classification is essential for customs authorities to apply the correct duty rates, which can vary significantly between knitted hats and those made from woven fabric. The durability, lining, and trimming of the hat do not change this classification, provided the primary material is a textile other than those specified in 6505.
- Covers
- Woven cotton sun hats
- Polyester baseball caps (non-knitted)
- Nylon bucket hats
- Silk evening hats
- Linen flat caps
- Decorative fabric headwear not elsewhere specified
- Also under 6506.99
- New Era 59FIFTY Cap
- Stetson Open Road Hat
- Kangol Bermuda Casual
- Tilley Endurables Airflo Hat
- Patagonia Beanie
Codes often confused with 6506.99
Common mistake. The most common misclassification for fabric hats is HS code 6505.00. This code is specifically for hats that are knitted, crocheted, or made up from lace, felt, or other textile fabrics in the piece. If a hat is made from woven fabric that was cut and sewn, it often defaults to 6506.99. Another common error is 6506.10, which is strictly for safety headgear like hard hats or helmets. Importers must distinguish between the construction method (knitted vs. woven) to choose between 6505 and 6506.
Top exporters and importers of HS 650699 (the code used for fabric hats), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 650699 (the code used for fabric hats) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 49% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Singapore, with 13% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 650699, not only fabric hats.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $291M 49% of world exports
- 2 Malaysia $59M 9.9% of world exports
- 3 Netherlands $54M 9.0% of world exports
World total: $597M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Singapore $54M 13% of world imports
- 2 Germany $27M 6.2% of world imports
- 3 Ukraine* ~$25M 5.8% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $435M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for fabric hats
Brazil classifies fabric hats under NCM 6506.99.00: HS 6506.99 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about fabric hats
What is the HS code for Fabric hats?
The HS code for Fabric hats is 650699 (Headgear; (other than safety headgear), (of materials other than rubber or plastic), whether or not lined or trimmed). Fabric hats made from woven materials are generally classified under HS code 6506.99.
How do I classify Fabric hats for customs?
Fabric hats is classified under HS code 650699 — Headgear; (other than safety headgear), (of materials other than rubber or plastic), whether or not lined or trimmed. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are knitted beanies classified under this code?
No, knitted beanies and similar crocheted headgear are classified under HS code 6505.00, as they fall under the category of knitted or crocheted textile fabrics.
Which countries are the top exporters of fabric hats (HS 650699)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 650699 (the code used for fabric hats) in UN Comtrade data were China ($291M, 49% of world exports), Malaysia ($59M) and the Netherlands ($54M). World exports came to about $597M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of fabric hats (HS 650699)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 650699 (the code used for fabric hats) in UN Comtrade data were Singapore ($54M, 13% of world imports), Germany ($27M) and Ukraine (about $25M). World imports came to about $435M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Is the HS code for Fabric hats the same in all countries?
The base HS code 650699 for Fabric hats is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for fabric hats in Brazil?
In Brazil, fabric hats (HS 650699) is classified under NCM 6506.99.00.